Havingan introvert and an extrovert in a relationship can actually bebeneficial – they’re the Yin to your Yang, but you function andcommunicate best when you learn about each other’s needs andlimitations. Here’s all you need to know about dating an introvert.
1.Patience is everything. Realize that you get more energyaround others rather than alone, and your partner is wiredifferently. Being supportive and patient is key – this can includegiving them space alone and asking if they want support.
2.Create a safe word for social situations that are stressful toyour partner, such as being in crowds spaces or extended, publicevents.
3.Highlight their strengths, like their ability to be alonewithout feeling lonely. This will encourage them to appreciate yourextroverted qualities and how they admire your ability to be socialwithout it depleting your energy.
4.Develop a friend group with other introverts. Friends thatthrive off social interaction takes pressure of your relationship, sothat the load is lighter on your partner and you can actually enjoyyour times together while your social side is still fulfilled.
5.Planning is an introvert’s BFF! This goes a long way withintroverts, who avoid socializing. However, of you make a set plan onthe calendar, they’re forced to commit to it more. They know whentheir social time is, and when they can make room for downtime.
6.Don’t be judgy! Appreciate what they have to offer insteadof trying to change the other person. They might help you slow downand increase introspective qualities.
7.Don’t take preferences personally. If they want to be alone,that doesn’t mean they want to be away from you or don’t wantyou. They just need to recharge in their own unique way.
8.Ask questions, because sometimes introverts do better withresponding to questions instead of volunteering their own thoughts.Allow them time rather than applying pressure.
9.Make sure that you have time just for the two of you. Whileintroverts like solitude, they also just like being alone with eachother as opposed to constantly in social scenarios, where you cangive each other undivided attention without feeling drained.
10. You might have to pay a little more attention to their needs than you would with a non-introvert in a relationship. This means paying attention to physical cues that might mean they’re uncomfortable.
